SB14 Alabama 2021 Session

Updated Feb 22, 2026

Summary

Primary Sponsor: Bobby D. SingletonSenator
Democrat
Session: Second Special Session 2021
Title: Hale Co., sheriff, use of debit or credit card provided for
Summary: Allows the Hale County Sheriff to use a credit or debit card for limited purchases with strict policies and accountability.
What This Bill Does
The bill lets the Hale County Sheriff set up procedures for making certain purchases with a county-issued card. It requires a written policy with per-purchase and monthly limits, sole access to card numbers by the sheriff or a designee, and records, audits, and monthly bill reviews to prevent unauthorized charges and ensure timely payment. It also specifies how the card provider is chosen and that any rewards go to the Sheriff’s Discretionary Fund of Hale County. The act applies only to Hale County and takes effect after governor approval.

Who It Affects
Hale County Sheriff's Office and the Sheriff — may use a county-issued credit/debit card for limited purchases but must follow the policy, maintain records, and ensure timely payments.
Hale County government and taxpayers — affected by fiscal controls and audits, with any card rewards deposited into the Sheriff’s Discretionary Fund.

Key Provisions
Applies only to Hale County.
Authorizes the Hale County Sheriff to establish procedures for limited purchases using a credit or debit card issued to the Hale County Sheriff's Office.
Requires a written policy with: (i) per-purchase limit, (ii) monthly spending limit, (iii) sole access to card numbers and codes by the sheriff or designee, (iv) record-keeping and periodic audits, (v) monthly review of bills for unauthorized charges, and (vi) timely payment of bills.
Requires the sheriff to select card providers considering annual fees, rewards, interest and penalties, and other relevant factors.
Any rewards or rebates earned must be deposited into the Sheriff’s Discretionary Fund of Hale County.
Effective immediately after governor's approval.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 22, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Hale County